Backup Devices and Removable Storage
We hadn't even invented computers when Murphy's Law (anything that can go wrong, will go wrong) became a popular adage. Nevertheless, it rings doubly true in the case of computer technology. Always be prepared for the worst to happen, and protect your data.
To avoid running smack into disaster, follow this simple rule of thumb: Whenever you use your Macintosh, back up your critical data. This is especially urgent if you rely on your computer for business purposes. The time involved in backing up seems minuscule when you consider the hours of frustration and effort that reinputting or re-creating the data would involve.
Back Up, Back Up, Back Up!
Hard disks are mechanical devices that can only operate for a ...
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